October 12, 2025 Art Parties & Events
October 12, 2025 Art Parties & Events offer a lovely final day to a busy weekend filled with art. Take advantage of DTLA’s open streets event CicLAvia. In addition, it’s the second and final day of the Los Angeles Printers Fair. Plus VCH hosts its annual jazz brunch and fundraiser. And of course, the run of Jaja’s African Hair Braiding continues at the Mark Taper.
Downtown…CicLAvia—Heart of LA presented by Metro takes place today. This is CicLAvia’s 15th year. Bike, Walk, Jog, skate or dance down the car-free Downtown LA. Here is a list of Hubs along the way: the MacArthur Park Hub located on West 7th St adjacent to MacArthur Park; Chinatown Hub located on N Broadway north of College St; Little Tokyo Hub located on S Central Ave south of 1st St; and Mariachi Plaza Hub located on 1st St east of S Boyle Ave. Hubs offer free family-friendly activities, restrooms, free water refilling stations, free basic bike repair, as well as bike parking. There are also places to sit and meet up with friends and family, and also first aid. Free pedicab rides are available at each hub’s information booth. Event runs: 9am-4pm; see website for more info and location; https://www.ciclavia.org/
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Also Downtown…Today’s Smorgasburg Los Angeles features all types of cuisine. It is a popular weekly culinary adventure at Row DTLA every Sunday. Additionally this lively open-air market features an array of local food vendors as well as a family-friendly beer garden. Be aware no dogs are permitted. Event: 10am to 4pm; Row DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St. LA, 90021; https://la.smorgasburg.com/
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Carson
It’s the second and final day of the Los Angeles Printers Fair at the International Printing Museum. It is the largest celebration of letterpress, paper arts, as well as book artistry in the West. Celebrated Detroit-based artist Amos Paul Kennedy Jr. of KENNEDY PRINTS is scheduled to headline the event. Tickets are good for both days; Parking is free. Tours, printing demos, and activities are ongoing throughout the event; Proceeds from the LA Printers Fair benefit the International Printing Museum, a nonprofit educational institution dedicated to the heritage, preservation, and advancement of the printing arts;
Event: 10am-4pm; Admission: $15 for adults, or $10 for students/seniors; International Printing Museum, 315 W Torrance Blvd, Carson, CA 90745; http://printersefair.com
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West LA
Venice Community Housing hosts its annual jazz brunch today. Support the nonprofit’s mission while enjoying live music, great food, and community. Event: 11am-2pm; Purchase tickets on the website; Above the Block, 11301 W Olympic Blvd., Suite 301, LA, 90064; vchcorp.org/
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Downtown
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding continues its run at the Mark Taper Forum. Written by Tony-nominated playwright Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, the Tony-nominated and Obie-winning director, the show is set in a bustling Harlem salon.
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding; Photo by Charles Erickson
Amongst the many laughs, secrets are revealed and soon a poignant immigrant story unfolds. Find out more on the Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Feature. Performance: 1pm & 7pm; Mark Taper Forum, 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90012; CenterTheatreGroup.org
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Santa Monica
dnj Gallery presents Webern Quartet in conjunction with its current exhibition The Curse of the Blessing – a group show by artists with Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Find out more about the exhibition on the The Curse of the Blessing Feature. “Studies have shown that listening to classical music can trigger the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to a relaxation and a decrease in the stress hormone cortisol.”
A Little Lighter by Julia Russel; courtesy of the gallery & artist
Event: 4pm; dnj Gallery, 3015 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, Monica 90405; https://www.dnjgallery.net/
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Sundays at the Mint
In Mid City…The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene. But be sure to check the Mint’s calendar for up-to-date info as well as guest performers/musicians. Furthermore, Musicians who want to jam will get in free with an instrument after 9pm (one drink minimum). I love that!! For table reservations, please email themintdinnerreservations@gmail.com Doors open: 7pm; Enjoy the jam with special guests at 9:30pm; Ticket prices vary depending on entry time; Visit the website for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.com
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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
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